airting
|air-ting|
C2
🇺🇸
/ˈɛərtɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈɛətɪŋ/
direction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airting' originates from Scots, specifically the word 'airt,' where 'airt' meant 'direction or point of the compass.'
Historical Evolution
'airt' transformed into the modern Scots word 'airting,' retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'direction or point of the compass,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a Scottish term for direction or point of the compass.
The sailor checked the airting to ensure they were on the right course.
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Last updated: 2025/06/09 02:51